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Governor Greg Abbott appointed Michael Ferry to the 213th Judicial District Court in Tarrant County for a term set to expire December 31, 2026, or until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified.
ATLANTA – Governor Brian P. Kemp and the Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR) announced today that the state has begun issuing the one-time, special tax refunds authorized by HB 1000 during the 2026 legislative session. The fourth such refund of its...
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the appointment of Diana Fernandez Bibeau as the new Commissioner of Parks and Recreation and Deputy Chief of Open Space. Fernandez Bibeau will begin serving in her new role on June 1. "I'm thrilled to appoint Diana...
The Tacoma City Council is currently seeking applicants to fill six positions on the Tacoma Area Commission on Disabilities: five member positions and one emerging leader position (between the ages of 16 and 24). The Tacoma Area Commission on...
Erin Hut, Communications Director, Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown has ordered flags at all City facilities to be lowered to half-staff to coincide with Governor Bob Ferguson's directive that state and U.S. flags at all state agency facilities be lowered on...
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Texas winning the 2026 Prosperity Cup awarded annually by Site Selection magazine to the top-performing state for job-creating business investment.
ANNAPOLIS, MD (May 4, 2026)—In honor of the annual Preakness Stakes, Marylanders and visitors alike are invited to experience one of our state's most cherished traditions up close on Sunday, May 10, 2026. As part of the annual Preakness Festival, se
Resources aim to strengthen local businesses and advance economic growth across every Chicago neighborhood.
As National Fair Housing Month, observed in April to commemorate the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968, the Johnson administration continues to prioritize housing as a fundamental human right and the foundation of a thriving, equitable city.
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the 75th annual National Day of Prayer at the annual Governor's Prayer Breakfast.
The Board of Estimate and Apportionment has approved sending the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget to the Board of Aldermen for review and approval. The $1.41 billion budget reflects a modest 0.2% increase over the previous fiscal year, prioritizing...
This month we explore barriers to seeking professional help and support for mental health
Councilors Flynn, Durkan, and Worrell offered a resolution in support of nurses at Brigham and Women's Hospital. The resolution recognizes the more than 4,000 nurses and nurse practitioners at Brigham and Women's Hospital who provide high-quality...
Councilors Culpepper and Mejia offered a resolution calling for an independent investigation into the in-custody death of Shacoby Kenny at the Suffolk County House of Correction. The resolution states that deaths in custody raise serious concerns...
Councilor Coletta Zapata offered a resolution affirming the City of Boston's opposition to the use of Charlestown for Everett Stadium event parking. The resolution references a proposed professional soccer and event stadium in Everett and notes that...
The Council adopted a series of resolutions focused on strengthening key public systems that support small businesses, transportation infrastructure, and essential neighborhood services. Councilors Culpepper and Mejia offered a resolution in support of...
The Council approved a series of appropriations from the Community Preservation Fund to support affordable housing, historic preservation, and open space projects across the city. The Council authorized $32.6 million in Fiscal Year 2026 funding for...
During this week's Council meeting, the Council adopted a series of resolutions recognizing cultural heritage, public health awareness, and the contributions of educators, healthcare professionals, and community leaders. The Council recognized May as...
Road work on East Green Meadows Road and Veterans United Parkway will now take place Monday, May 4, and Wednesday, May 6. This updates the previously announced schedule.Engineering Surveys and Services will perform pavement testing on behalf of the City o
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that he amended the state's disaster declaration for severe weather to include Palo Pinto County following impacts from severe storms.
Over Lack of Competitive Bidding for $400,000 Vehicle Purchase